I’ve started the Marguerite Baby Cardigan.
The pattern calls for 3ply but I’m using Patons Big Baby 4ply (colour 3911) on 3.25mm needles and I’m matching the tension called for.
The pattern claims that 2oz (about 60g) is all you need but that’s laughable (vintage patterns lie). I’ve got two balls of Big Baby, one is for [...]
Remember this?
Well it seems its ambition was to become these:
Not pretty are they. DH seems to like them, but he’s not hard to please. He sees their practical side and their appearance is no issue in his mind. Granted they will be very warm and my old pair of gloves are ready to be retired, [...]
This cute little device is “The “MP” Handy Guide for Knitting & Crochet”.
I’ve often dreamed of a more comprehensive counter than the simple two digit devices that are readily available these days.
This wee vintage tool is quite comprehensive:
- A four and a half inch ruler along the bottom edge.
- A needle gauge down the [...]
